Peach-leaved Bellflower
Campanula persicifolia
Also listed as Campanula amygdalifolia, Neocodon persicifolius
Also known as Peach-bells, Narrow-leaved Bellflower, Willow Bellflower
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A charming cottage garden perennial with narrow, peach-like leaves and delicate cup-shaped blue or white flowers on tall spikes. Excellent for cutting and attracts pollinators.
Why grow it
Campanula persicifolia offers reliable mid-summer flowering on sturdy stems, making it more dependable than some shorter bellflower species for cutting and border arrangements. Its narrow foliage distinguishes it from broader-leaved perennials in mixed plantings. The species tolerates partial shade better than many sun-loving campanulas, expanding options for garden placement.
Watch out for
This species self-seeds readily in favorable conditions and may establish beyond intended areas, particularly in loose or amended soil. Plants prefer consistent moisture during the growing season but resent waterlogged soil in winter, so drainage matters more than frequent watering.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Campanulaceae
Native Range
Europe
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
A charming cottage garden perennial with narrow, peach-like leaves and delicate cup-shaped blue or white flowers on tall spikes. Excellent for cutting and attracts pollinators.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Peach-leaved Bellflower grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Why grow it
Campanula persicifolia offers reliable mid-summer flowering on sturdy stems, making it more dependable than some shorter bellflower species for cutting and border arrangements. Its narrow foliage distinguishes it from broader-leaved perennials in mixed plantings. The species tolerates partial shade better than many sun-loving campanulas, expanding options for garden placement.
Watch out for
This species self-seeds readily in favorable conditions and may establish beyond intended areas, particularly in loose or amended soil. Plants prefer consistent moisture during the growing season but resent waterlogged soil in winter, so drainage matters more than frequent watering.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Campanulaceae
Native Range
Europe
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
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